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HS2: A Decade of Disruption and Soaring Costs

Ten years on from its proposal, we walk the route of the HS2 high-speed rail line to uncover the real impact on communities, landscapes, and the project's spiralling budget. Discover the stories behind the world's most expensive railway.

PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs

Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.

Couple save £100k building polystyrene block home

Hannah and Charlie Bird are building their own £190,000 home in Somerset using polystyrene ICF blocks, saving £100,000 and doing 80% of the work themselves. Discover their inspiring self-build journey.

Hong Kong fire kills 128, hundreds missing

A devastating high-rise fire in Hong Kong has killed at least 128 people, with 200 missing. Questions mount over safety standards and alleged corruption in the construction sector.

Hong Kong fire: 44 dead, police blame negligence

Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades kills 44 at Wang Fuk Court. Police arrest construction company employees for gross negligence over unsafe scaffolding materials. Latest updates and investigation details.

Yorkshire family masters lime mortar for home restoration

A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of traditional lime mortar in a hands-on workshop, learning to repair their historic home with breathable, eco-friendly materials. Unlock the secrets of heritage building preservation.

UK Construction Productivity Stuck in 1990s

A damning report reveals UK construction productivity is lower than in 1997. Decades of under-investment are blamed. Discover the urgent need for modernisation.

UK Blizzard Warnings as Snow Causes Gridlock

Fresh yellow and amber weather warnings are in force across the UK, with blizzard conditions threatening parts of northeast England. Discover the latest on school closures and travel chaos.

Modern Slavery Risk in UK Construction Exposed

Hundreds of UK construction workers face modern slavery risks, with charity helplines receiving nearly 500 calls. Learn about this emerging crisis and what's being done.

Amber snow warning for North-East England

The Met Office issues an amber snow warning for north-east England, forecasting blizzard conditions, travel disruption, and potential power cuts. Stay informed.

UK Blizzard Alert: Amber Warning in Force

The Met Office issues an amber warning for blizzards and 'ice-rink conditions' across the UK. Seven weather alerts are active, with significant travel disruption expected. Stay informed.

Waterloo signal fault disrupts morning commute

A signalling fault at London Waterloo is causing significant train delays and cancellations during Thursday's rush hour. Disruption is expected until 11am. Follow for live updates.

Cloudflare outage disrupts internet for millions

A major Cloudflare outage left millions unable to access key websites like PayPal and ChatGPT, raising concerns over our reliance on a few tech giants. Discover the full impact.

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